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21 Ways to Read More Books

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You’ve probably said it to yourself 100 times before: I really need to start reading more books. When you’re an out-of-the-habit adult with a full schedule, however, finding the time to pick up a book can be a challenge. Science is beginning to back up what book-lovers already know: Reading offers far-reaching benefits for your life.

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Ep 247: Email Management for Executive Assistants

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In this chapter, I cover tactics for managing your own email inbox, as well as your executive’s. Of course, I’d love to hear your email tips and tricks as I’m always down to get more efficient and productive, so please reach out! LEADERSHIP QUOTE Email is the gateway drug of work; Slack is the crack.

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What Do You Need? Lauren Wesley Wilson’s Playbook for Unspoken Workplace Rules

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Wilson was motivated to write her book—which covers everything from advice on making personal connections (always email, and keep it short and sweet) to avoiding people-pleasing—because she wants to address the unspoken rules in the workplace we often break simply because we don’t know them. It’s really about cutting through the crap.

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How Using a Time Management Matrix Can Increase Your Productivity

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Stephen Covey popularized the idea in his 1989 book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Because of the book’s popularity, you may also see this productivity tool referred to as the Covey time management matrix. Review the tasks on your to-do list, consider whether they’re urgent or important and add them to the appropriate box.

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On Performance Reviews, Mindfulness and Redefining What It Means to ‘Make It’

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having already walked four miles with our son in the stroller, having shared a coffee and a chocolate chip scone, having imagined what it would be like to live in that house or maybe even that house over there , when I opened my phone to see a work email with a subject line: “Your Review Is Now Available.”. Who wants a BANANA?”

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How to Plan a Working Vacation

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Fischer-Rosenthal also recommends booking refundable accommodations and services whenever possible, just in case your travel plans change with short notice. A location that’s too remote may not work if Wi-Fi and phone service are not up to par.

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The Most Important Coworking Perk Of 2023: Brain Breaks

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Coloring books One of the best things about adult coloring books — particularly in the workplace — is that they’re non-competitive. Consider leaving coloring books and pencils on the tables in breakout areas. There are lots of well-reviewed options out there that provide temporary escapism.

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